recon
1 synonym for recon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Reconnaissance — the act of scouting an area to gather information, especially in a military context.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use recon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
do a recon
recon mission
recon the area
Informal, common in military and gaming slang.
Etymology
A shortened form of "reconnaissance."
Full origin of recon →Frequently asked questions
What does “recon” mean?
The word “recon” means reconnaissance — the act of scouting an area to gather information, especially in a military context. In plain terms, short for "reconnaissance" — scouting out an area or situation to gather information.
How do you pronounce “recon”?
“Recon” is pronounced rih-KON (/ˈɹikɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “recon” in a sentence?
Here is “recon” used in a sentence: “The soldiers did a quick recon of the building before moving in.”
What part of speech is “recon”?
Depending on how it is used, “recon” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “recon” a common word?
“Recon” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “recon” have?
“Recon” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: reconnaissance — the act of scouting an area to gather information, especially in a military context.
